2005-06-15
Bassist MeShell Ndegeocello makes the jump to Shanachie Records for the deepest jazz exploration of her career.For the new disc, MeShell is content to provide the bass groove while acting as band leader for a host of ground-breaking musicians. Vocals are provided by Cassandra Wilson, Lalah Hathaway and “Brazilian Girl” Sabina. Luminaries like Don Byron, Jack de Johnette, Kenny Garrett, and Oliver Lake help lay down the funk.
Sidney Jacobs
First Man
Little Charlie And Organ Grinder Swing
Skronky Tonk
Spencer A. Barefield
After The End
MeShell NdegeOcello
Comfort Woman
CLAYTON CAMERON AND THE JAZZ EXPLOSION
Here's To The Messengers: A Tribute to Art Blakey
BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA
SONGS FROM LONELY AVENUE
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